Mercury 1.7 MI, Manual

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MAINTENANCE SECTION 5
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12. Remove oil fill cap and refill engine with new oil. Refer to specifications for quantity and
grade of oil.
13. Add specified oil to bring level up to, but not over, maximum oil level mark - MAX - on
dipstick.
a
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b
c
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a - Dipstick
b - Maximum Mark
c - Minimum Mark
14. Reinstall oil fill cap.
IMPORTANT: Avoid overheating the starter in the following step. Do not engage the
starter motor for more than 15 seconds. Allow at least one minute cool down time
before engaging the starter for another 15 seconds.
15. Pre-lubricate the turbocharger and engine.
a. Hold the STOP switch engaged while you simultaneously turn the key switch to the
START position for 15 seconds. Doing this together turns the engine without starting
it.
b. Repeat step a. as needed. Pre-lubrication is complete when oil pressure is shown
by the instruments.
16. Start and operate the engine for a few minutes. Stop the engine and wait for about ten
minutes.
17. Remove the oil dipstick. Wipe clean and reinstall into dipstick tube.
18. Remove the dipstick and observe the oil level. If necessary, add oil to bring level up to
but not over the “MAX” mark or between “MIN” and “MAX” marks on dipstick.
IMPORTANT: Always use the dipstick to determine the exact quantity of oil or fluid
required.
CAUTION
Do not overfill the engine with oil. Too much engine oil will cause excessive oil
consumption and higher oil temperature.
19. Install the oil fill cap.
20. Start the engine and check for leaks.
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